After
reviewing this guide, one D-STAR system administrator stated: "Anyone
purchasing a D-STAR radio should have a copy of this book."

Another
D-STAR system system administrator is using the book as the
basis for a series of D-STAR classes being offered to their
users.

Using
easy to understand explanations and illustrations, this book describes how
the D-STAR system operates and provides guidance for setting up
transceivers to be able to access D-STAR's many features and modes of
operation. Special coverage is given to the extended capabilities
available via Dplus equipped gateways.

Provides
D-STAR users with the background information and radio
programming procedures needed to route calls via remote repeaters and
reflectors. The book also includes detailed how-to information
for digital text messaging, file transfers and DV Dongle operation.

Detailed
information for installing, configuring and operating the freeware d*Chat
and DRATS digital messaging and file transfer programs. Especially
useful when Internet access is not available or for supporting emergency
communications.

A
separate chapter is devoted to setting up and using the DV Dongle to make
calls through D-STAR repeaters and reflectors using a computer. Ideal for
those without a local D-STAR repeater or for when you are traveling.

A
chapter is also devoted to the newly released DVAP (DV mode Access Point)
dongle used for setting up a local RF hotspot so that mobile and HT D-STAR
transceivers can link to stations on the D-STAR network when a repeater is
not within range.

This
is the first comprehensive reference to the world of D-STAR operation ever
published. An ideal resource for
discovering the full range of operating modes and opportunities available
to D-STAR users. Experience the excitement of D-STAR!

New
to the Third Edition:

Expanded content
from 134 to 149 pages

Updated
illustrations and text to be current with updates to referenced web
pages